Vegetarian Lemon Water
There is something quietly refreshing about a glass of cold water brightened with a squeeze of fresh lemon, and this simple drink delivers exactly that. The citrus cuts through the flatness of plain water and gives you a clean, zippy sip that feels genuinely revitalizing any time of day. A drizzle of honey rounds out the tartness with a gentle sweetness, while a few torn mint leaves add an herbal lift that makes the whole thing feel a little more special. Every ingredient here is naturally plant-based, so there is nothing to second-guess — just honest, wholesome components you likely already have on hand. It comes together in under a minute with nothing more than a citrus juicer and a glass, making it one of the easiest ways to upgrade your hydration routine.
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1 serving
- 8 oz cold or room-temperature water
- ½ lemon, juiced (about 1 ½ tbsp fresh lemon juice)
- 1 tsp honey (optional)
- 2–3 fresh mint leaves (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Juice the lemon half using a citrus juicer, yielding about 1 1/2 tbsp of fresh juice.
- 2
Pour the water into a glass, add the lemon juice, and stir to combine. Stir in the honey, if using, until dissolved. Add the mint leaves, if using.